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Sebastian Bowen

Sebastian Bowen has been a Motley Fool contributor since late 2018. Sebastian found his passion for writing and educating others about shares and all things finance after completing his studies in political, economic and social science and enjoys bringing this passion to life at the Fool. His investment philosophy is a simple one – buying high-quality companies at prices that make sense. When he’s not researching his next investment at all hours of the morning, Sebastian enjoys classic movies and likes to unwind with a good book, newspaper or record.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Investing

Attention income investors! These 7 ASX 200 dividend shares are projecting yields of 7%+ in FY24

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Here are some shares expected to be dividend beasts over the next year...

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Dividend Investing

How I'd invest $5,000 in high-yield ASX shares to earn a second income

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's where I would go with $5,000 to invest today...

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Index investing

3 reasons to invest in the ASX 200 in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why everyone should consider investing in the ASX 200...

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

Pilbara Minerals is leading our volume charts today with a big share price loss...

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Retail Shares

Falling inflation! Could the party be back on for ASX 200 retail shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why are ASX 200 retail shares on fire today?

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ETFs

Why right now is always a great time to invest in ASX ETFs: Scott Phillips

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are some Foolish investing tips from our investment chief, Scott Phillips.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 dividend stocks I'm running a mile from

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are two shares I'm avoiding like the plague.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX 200 shares I own for big dividends in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are three shares I own for big dividends.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

Pilbara Minerals is leading the ASX 200's most traded shares today.

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Energy Shares

Can Woodside shares keep delivering stellar gains in 2023?

| Sebastian Bowen

These experts reckon Woodside is just getting started...

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52-Week Highs

5 ASX 200 shares smashing new, 52-week highs on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

52-week highs are falling like flies on the ASX today.

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Dividend Investing

Here's why 2023 will be a huge year for passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why 2023 could be the best year for passive income yet...

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Best Shares

New year, new look: 3 dependable ASX shares I'll be adding to my portfolio in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are three ASX shares I would love to buy in 2023.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

Some big share price rises are boosting volumes this Wednesday.

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Economy

ASX 200 lifts despite latest Aussie inflation data

| Sebastian Bowen

Inflation is getting worse. So why are ASX shares rising?

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Record Highs

Why did the BHP share price just hit a new, all-time high?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why the BHP share price just cracked a new record high.

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Dividend Investing

How to make passive income from ASX dividend shares with only $50 a week

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how you can build a passive income stream with ASX shares...

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Gold

The gold price is trading at 8-month highs. What's next in 2023?

| Sebastian Bowen

Will gold continue to shine this year?

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Materials Shares

Arafura share price hits 10-year high then crashes 10%! What's going on?

| Sebastian Bowen

What on earth is going on with Arafura shares?

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

Big losses for ASX lithium shares are driving volumes today.

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Dividend Investing

Should I buy Flight Centre shares for spectacular dividend growth?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are Flight Centre shares primed for dividends?

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International Stock News

Tesla share price correction: A chance to get rich?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could Tesla shares be a screaming buy today?

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Best Shares

My 3 best ASX shares of 2022 – and why I think they'll win again in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

My best ASX shares from 2022 revealed...

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How to invest

Starting 2023 with no savings? I'd follow Warren Buffett and start building wealth

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's what Warren Buffett would tell you about getting rich...

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Financial Shares

Why did the AMP share price crumble 4% on Monday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why did AMP shares crater 4% today?

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Bank Shares

Are CBA shares worth buying for dividend income in 2023?

| Sebastian Bowen

What kind of income can investors expect from the bank in 2023?

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Monday

| Sebastian Bowen

Which ASX 200 shares are topping the volume charts today?

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Resources Shares

Looking to buy South32 shares? Here are the key dates to watch in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's a look at South32's 2023 plans...

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ETFs

Here are the 3 best-performing ASX ETFs of 2022

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are 2022's best ETFs.

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52-Week Highs

Mineral mania: 5 ASX 200 mining shares smashing new highs on Monday

| Sebastian Bowen

This Monday has seen five ASX 200 gold shares hit new highs.

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ETFs

How different is the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) now compared to a year ago?

| Sebastian Bowen

What changes did 2022 bring to the ASX's most popular ETF?

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How to invest

How I'd invest $1,000 in ASX 200 shares for rising inflation

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how I would invest for high inflation in 2023...

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Share Market News

How I'd use a stock market crash to boost my passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I'm looking forward to the next crash...

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Best Shares

My 3 largest ASX share positions heading into 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

My three largest share positions revealed.

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Investing Strategies

What can ASX 200 investors learn from Warren Buffett's big moves in 2022?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's a look at Buffett's 2022 moves...

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Share Market News

Yields of up to 7%… 3 ASX dividend shares I'd buy to hold for 10 years

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are three dividend shares I would own forever...

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

Shock horror... Pilbara Minerals is NOT on our most traded shares list today

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

We look at the highest volume shares on the ASX 200 today.

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Best Shares

3 reasons to buy Wesfarmers shares before 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I think Wesfarmers shares are winners...

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Energy Shares

This Whitehaven Coal director just sold 25% of their company shares. What's going on?

| Sebastian Bowen

Whitehaven's management are selling shares.

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